EDI - CPT

R9 086 Find Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town departing on 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Edinburgh to Cape Town.
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Cheapest return fare
R12 375
Overall average: R17 552
KLM, Air France
Sun 12/4Tue 28/4
EDI - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 086
Typical prices: R10 722-R12 774
Multiple Airlines
Sat 30/5
EDI - CPT • 3 stops
Top airlines
Cheapest • from R13 026 (return)
Best reviews • 7,8 score
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Direct flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Edinburgh and Cape Town. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town (EDI-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 28
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9:20 - 21:25
EDI
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CPT
35h 05m
1 stop
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23:45 - 16:30
CPT
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EDI
17h 45m
1 stop
R12 375Multiple Airlines
Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 28
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17:05 - 21:25
EDI
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
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23:45 - 16:30
CPT
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EDI
17h 45m
1 stop
R12 749Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 11 - Tue, Jul 7
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12:45 - 9:30
EDI
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CPT
19h 45m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
17:55 - 17:05
CPT
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EDI
24h 10m
1 stop
R13 026Lufthansa
Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 28
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17:05 - 21:25
EDI
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
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23:45 - 23:10
CPT
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EDI
24h 25m
2 stops
R13 205KLM
Sat, Jun 6 - Tue, Jun 16
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17:25 - 21:25
EDI
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CPT
27h 00m
2 stops
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15:20 - 12:20
CPT
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EDI
22h 00m
2 stops
R13 352Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 11 - Tue, Jul 7
Lufthansa Logo
12:45 - 9:30
EDI
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CPT
19h 45m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
17:55 - 16:25
CPT
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EDI
23h 30m
2 stops
R13 482Lufthansa
Mon, May 11 - Sun, Jul 5
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17:05 - 21:25
EDI
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CPT
27h 20m
1 stop
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23:15 - 10:15
CPT
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EDI
36h 00m
1 stop
R13 710KLM
Sun, Apr 12 - Tue, Apr 28
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5:45 - 6:00
EDI
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CPT
47h 15m
2 stops
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7:20 - 19:30
CPT
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EDI
37h 10m
2 stops
R13 742Kenya Airways
Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 19
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8:15 - 11:50
EDI
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CPT
26h 35m
2 stops
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16:35 - 15:40
CPT
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EDI
24h 05m
2 stops
R13 759Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11
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10:40 - 11:50
EDI
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CPT
24h 10m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 15:55
CPT
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EDI
24h 20m
1 stop
R13 775Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Edinburgh to Cape Town flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town is May, where tickets cost R14 622 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R21 900 and R19 848 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 25% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flightR9 086
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (26% more expensive on average)
Flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town

  • What is the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town was R9 086 for a one-way ticket and R12 375 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    When flying out of Edinburgh you will be using Edinburgh Turnhouse. You will be landing at Cape Town, also known as Cape Town Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Edinburgh and Cape Town, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town, KLM or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town are KLM and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of R17 635 and an overall rating of 7,8, KLM is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R14 934 and an overall rating of 7,3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Edinburgh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Edinburgh with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Edinburgh to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from Edinburgh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Edinburgh to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Edinburgh to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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KLMOverall score based on 1469 reviews
7,3Food
7,8Boarding
7,6Comfort
8,4Crew
7,1Entertainment
Airline reviews

It was really nice experience by flying this klm flight.I personally recommend everyone to please try this klm flight

10,0 Excellentsmit, Mar 2026
BLR - AMS
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It was really nice experience by flying this klm flight.I personally recommend everyone to please try this klm flight

The crew were unprofessional with a racist element. I was physically abused as well from one of the crew members

Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

The immigration hall in Amsterdam was understaffed, so passport checking was slower than it should be for a major airport. They need to get the automatic readers up and running for non EU passport holders. Waiting in line after a long flight feels a bit abusive.

Ad experience - been flying many years with them but they are losing out to other carriers with their service and bagage / seating policy. My 2 12-yo kids were not placed with the parent. Absurdity.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

The baggage drop-off in Stuttgart is bad: after online check-in you cannot use the automated baggage drop off as indicated on the website. You can use the terminals but have to cue to 1 of three open and slowly working counters to drop the bags. took about 45 minutes wait time.

Majority of the staff were simply awesome and very very supportive and helpful

Very Bad experience bqz I was missed my next flight.

Typically great service from Turkish with comfortable seat and amenitie, good food and great attention from staff.

Excellent staff despite some trying passenger situations. Very impressed with their good attitudes and kindness.

They have adopted a crazy "no paper boarding passes at all cost policy". We spent half an our at the checkin stall – my elderly mother and her grandchildren were flying. She had no phone reception for some reason (besides being an inexperienced smartphone user), the kids had dumbphones, And they still won't issue a paper boarding pass. We had to do a lengthy dance with getting the boarding pass SMS on my phone and transferring them to her phone via WiFi. This was horrible, honestly. I can't imagine how they could manage it without me being there. Trees (and airline profits) should be less important than people.

The crew is not focused on the guests but on their task!! No extra service. No business class amenities provided. A crew is not friendly if you ask for something extra, like tea. It takes 30 minutes, and you have to go them 3 reminders. Lack of friendliness, less but more of let me finish and go back to their group and Talk. Like a passenger is in on there way. So get your I gave you food just shut up

They oversold the tickets by one which was my ticket so I didn’t have a ticket till last second

The airline could improve its business class seats and privacy in line with its competitors.

Luggage never made it it’s been 2 days and no proper update

nice and clean plane but the seats and the comfort was not what i expected. i expected more based on all the ads and reviews that i've read. I guess you get what you pay for in economy.

The luggage problem I previously mentioned was actually this flight

The flight was delayed due to snow in Frankfurt. There wasn't much information from BA or the airport, but Kayak was great and kept me informed of the delay and gate changes.

Late takeoff, but on time landing. Lost bags, 3 days to find them, still in transit to my location. Power outlets broken, Wi-Fi not working, so much for working on the long flight.

Good. For a long flight. The comfort of the seat could be better. Also, the food was « normal » plane food. Not indian plane food unfortunately! Everything else was smooth and great.

The seats were comfortable. So many empty seats allowed for stretching out and sleeping. The onboard entertainment was pretty good. The cabin crew were so kind and kept the passengers well- hydrated, and well fed.

We had American Airlines on our return and it was confusing if we were going with Aa or BA I had 2 different flight numbers and didn’t get our gate until it was boarding. So we were a bit nervous as the which it was

No WiFi. No food. 250 ml of water only drink option. No entertainment options. Extremely bare bones flight

Really appreciated the care, attention and friendliness of cabin crew. Very comfortable, prompt and efficient flight.

Economy seats were good and spacious. Much better than virgin by a mile.

It’s the old style plane with the old Ying Yang seats doesn’t compare to other airlines with newer planes.

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